The Emerging Gallery
The Emerging Gallery is located on the 8th floor of City Hall in the hallway between room 817 and ZaZ (room 803).
Current Exhibit
THE (UN)CURATED SELF
Solo show by Bruce Wilson
“In June 2023 I was feeling artistically restless and felt that it was time to try something new. One morning I brought several digital photographs into a single Photoshop file and experimented with a new technique for combining them. The first attempts did not yield anything that seemed promising, and I was ready to abandon it. Fortunately, I persisted and eventually created a composite photograph that was complex and visually striking.”
Bruce Wilson's exploration in photography began at the age of 17. After years of experimentation, he developed a technique of colorful, layered compositions. This process allows him to create images that capture both the detail and unexpected visual possibilities within his original photographs. Wilson's focus is on people, with their informed consent and, at times, collaboration. This exhibition showcases 12 works featuring individuals from diverse backgrounds. Through these portraits, Wilson aims to unveil the duality between one's public persona and their inner world. He incorporates public and private writings provided by his collaborators, prompting viewers to question the authenticity of online portrayals and to consider the complexities of human experience. “Can we trust that the “happy” person we see in a post is truly happy? What are they really like? What do they think about?”
This exhibition commemorates the life and work of Bruce Wilson (1957 - 2024), who passed away in July, 2024.
To learn more about the artist please visit brucehughw.myportfolio.com.
Event
January 16 | 5 - 7 p.m. | Event page
Please join us at Boston City Hall for a special event honoring the life and work of Bruce Wilson. The gallery reception will feature a selection of his last works. This in-person event is a great opportunity to celebrate Bruce's legacy with fellow art enthusiasts and friends. Please RSVP here.